Cristiano Ronaldo’s dream of winning the World Cup remains unfulfilled, said – will not take any hasty decision to retire now

New Delhi. Portugal’s journey has ended with a defeat against Spain in the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026. This defeat has disappointed millions of football fans, but the most talked about thing was Cristiano Ronaldo. The 41-year-old star footballer had already made it clear that this would be the last World Cup of his career. However, after being eliminated from the tournament, he made it clear that he is not deciding to retire from football yet and will not take any hasty decision.

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Ronaldo looked emotional after the defeat against Spain. He said that it is sad to be out of the World Cup like this. I gave everything I had. I tried my best and I am completely satisfied that I did not leave any stone unturned. Yes, this was my last World Cup, but now I will have a chance to think and spend time with my family. I will not take any hasty decision. He further said that I never take decisions under the influence of emotions.

Cristiano Ronaldo:

🗣️ “I’ve won three titles with Portugal. Before Cristiano, Portugal hadn’t won anything.

The biggest title I won with the National Team was Euro 2016. FOR ME, IT HAS THE SAME DIMENSION AS A WORLD CUP.” 😳🇵🇹 pic.twitter.com/kqDd3Oo5Qf

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— World Cup HQ (@WorldCup26HQ) July 6, 2026

Recalling his international career, Ronaldo also mentioned the successes he achieved for Portugal. He said that I have won three big titles for Portugal. Before Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal had not won a single title. The biggest title of the national team is the 2016 European Championship and to be honest, that is as big an achievement for me as winning the World Cup. Under the captaincy of Ronaldo, Portugal won the European Championship in 2016. Apart from this, the team also won the UEFA Nations League title in 2019 and 2025. However, statements from the Euro Cup team are indicating that he could play in the Euro Cup to be hosted by the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland in 2028.

Roberto Martínez was highly praised

Portugal head coach Roberto Martínez resigned from his post soon after being eliminated from the World Cup. Ronaldo supported him on this decision and said that I enjoyed working with him. He is a great coach and a great person. He should be appreciated for what he did for Portugal. I thank him and wish him all the best for his future.

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‘Defeat hurts, but we have to move forward’

Ronaldo said that being out of a big tournament always hurts, but the team will have to overcome it. He said that being out of a big tournament is always sad. It was the World Cup and our team was getting better and better. In my view we played well. The match could have gone either way, but football is such a game. Now we have to control ourselves and move forward.

World Cup dream remained unfulfilled

Cristiano Ronaldo’s dream of winning the World Cup remained unfulfilled forever with this defeat. However, he achieved many historic achievements in his career and played a key role in helping Portugal win its first major international title. Now the world will keep an eye on whether he continues to play in international football or takes a final decision regarding his future after some time.